Types of Crowdfunding: Donation, Rewards, and Equity-Based

The three primary types of crowdfunding are donation-based, rewards-based, and equity crowdfunding. We discuss the nuances of each crowdfunding method so you can choose which one is best for your fundraise.

The Next Big Thing is small towns

The CEO of Startup Weekend helped launch thousands of startups globally. Now he's focused on his own back yard - and yours.

Leaning In

The Founder and CEO of Usermind talks about imposter syndrome, gender bias in tech and why the best decisions are the ones she made when she was afraid.

How to Handle Life After a Startup Acquisition

Lisa Wang, the founder of SheWorx, talks life after your startup acquisition.

Term Sheets: What You Need To Know

A term sheet is the first formal (but non-binding) document between a startup founder and an investor, and lays out the terms for investment. We take a look at the key characteristics of a good term sheet, as well as some elements every founder should be sure to avoid.

Crowdfunding vs. Crowdsourcing | Startups.com

A lot of people confuse crowdfunding with crowdsourcing. While they can be similar they relate to two different things entirely.

What is Crowdfunding?

What is Crowdfunding? Crowdfunding is a method of raising capital through the collective effort of friends, family, customers, and individual investors. This approach taps into the collective efforts of a large pool of individuals.

How To Do Market Research

Emma McGowan, Startups.co columnist, discusses how to conduct market research and how it's essential to understanding your target customers.

The SEC JOBS Act and Title III Crowdfunding

Emma McGowan, Startups.co columnist and startup veteran, provides and update on the American JOBS Act including Title II and Title III on crowdfunding.

Using Visual Mapping to Achieve Business Goals

Emma McGowan, Startups.co columnist and startup blogger, explains how to use visual mapping and goal mapping techniques to achieve your business objectives.

The Startups.co Guide to Business Goals: S.M.A.R.T Goals Template

Emma McGowan, Startups.co columnist and startup veteran, shares how to achieve your startup goals using the S.M.A.R.T. business goal template.

The Hierarchy of Business Goals

Trying to figure out how to make those big business goals reachable? Try the Hierarchy of Goals— it might seem a little familiar already.

The Startups.co Guide: Setting Business Goals

Not sure how to translate your business goals into actionable steps? Try one of these business goals templates to help get you started.

Startup Accelerators: How To Choose The Right One

7 Business Goals for Early-Stage Startups

Mapping out business goals for an early-stage startup can be tricky. Our experts have identified seven business goals that your startup should target.

What Is Lean Startup Methodology – And How Can It Help You?

Lean startup methodology is focused on creating a sustainable business with minimal waste of time and money using build, measure, learn to create an MVP.

Can the Millennial Love of ‘Chat’ be Professional? VentureApp is Betting on It

We sit down with VentureApp Chase Garbarino to discuss how they are nipping at the heels of the likes of LinkedIn when it comes to professional networking.

Selling a Startup: What It’s Really Like When Your Startup is Acquired

Emma McGowan sits down with Cahlan Sharp, Founder and CEO of DevMountain, to talk about selling a startup and what it's really like when you're acquired.

Scanning for Magic: How Kelly Reid, the Founder of Quiet Speculation, Changed an Industry

Kelly Reid, Founder of Quiet Speculation and Gathering Magic columnist, shares how he was able to turn magic into a full-time job and booming business.

You Don’t Have to be Trendy to be Successful—Interview with Kate Hill, Founder of Aeclectic Tarot

We sit down with Kate Hill, Founder of Aeclectic Tarot, to discuss why you don't always have to be trendy to be successful and why her site has a 90's feel.

Two Experts Weigh in on How to Create a Great Logo for Your Startup

Zaheer Dodhia, CEO of DesignMantic, and branding expert Carolina Correa discuss how to create a great logo for your startup and common startup logo issues.

Parceed is Matching Med Students to the Residencies of Their Dreams — Interview with Co-Founders Tatiana Sorokina and Louisy Raymond

We sit down with Parceed Co-Founders Tatiana Sorokina and Louisy Raymond to discuss how their company matches med students to the residency of their dreams.

Antigua Guatemala is the Perfect Hidden City for Digital Nomads and Startups

Emma McGowen, full time blogger and contributer to Startups.co, discusses why Antiqua Guatemala is the perfect city for digital nomads and startups.

Forget Coffee Shops. Spacious is the Future of Coworking — Interview with Founder Preston Pesek

We sit down with Preston Pesek, Founder of Spacious, to discuss how the company solved the work space problem and represents the future of coworking.